It is hard to believe that today is our last full day in Guatemala. We are ready to get home to see Parker and introduce him to Iszabella. He has talked to her each day by phone and is viewing the blog. Stacy`s parents said that when Parker saw the picture of Stacy, Iszabella, and I that he smiled the biggest smile and said "I love you baby sister," he is going to be a great big brother. Yesterday also was a milestone day. Iszabella woke up saw Stacy and said Mama, not sure how long the tears flowed from that moment.
Iszabella is still sick with a cough and cold. Please pray for her and for the plane ride home tomorrow. We leave Guatemala tomorrow at 8:42 am and arrive in Oklahoma City at ¨5:20 pm.
Several cool things about the trip is getting to learn about the country. From our hotel room we can see a live volcano, when the sky is clear you can see the smoke and steam raising from the top. We met a couple from Sioux City, SD last night and they hiked the volcano yesterday with a tour guide. They said that some places were too hot to walk, he said in one area they placed a stick and in about 5 - 10 seconds it ignited. He said that there is five active volcanoes close to Guatemala City. We also witnessed a large protest about a block or two from the hotel; this was visible from our hotel room. The country does not seem to have a middle class only wealthy and poor; both are easy to distinguish.
Another different feature was to have a driver. I have heard stories about how people drive in central America, I do not think the stories were accurate in our experience; I have a new understanding for the saying the world is made up of inches. We were glad for a couple of inches on several occasions yesterday as we navigated the streets of Guatemala City.
Iszabella is still sick with a cough and cold. Please pray for her and for the plane ride home tomorrow. We leave Guatemala tomorrow at 8:42 am and arrive in Oklahoma City at ¨5:20 pm.
Several cool things about the trip is getting to learn about the country. From our hotel room we can see a live volcano, when the sky is clear you can see the smoke and steam raising from the top. We met a couple from Sioux City, SD last night and they hiked the volcano yesterday with a tour guide. They said that some places were too hot to walk, he said in one area they placed a stick and in about 5 - 10 seconds it ignited. He said that there is five active volcanoes close to Guatemala City. We also witnessed a large protest about a block or two from the hotel; this was visible from our hotel room. The country does not seem to have a middle class only wealthy and poor; both are easy to distinguish.
Another different feature was to have a driver. I have heard stories about how people drive in central America, I do not think the stories were accurate in our experience; I have a new understanding for the saying the world is made up of inches. We were glad for a couple of inches on several occasions yesterday as we navigated the streets of Guatemala City.
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Hi: Oh, my, how sweet she looks and the sweet loving look she has for her mommy in one of the pictures. Carolyn just left, she come to see the pictures and read the inf from you all. 2-4 ins. of rain is predicted for tonight-Fri. Just hope that I can get to Edmond, may not can get out from my house even. I plan to leave Fri. by 10:00-11:00, earlier than I had planned. I am excited. I would loved to have seen that sweet smile of Parker's about seeing the three of you in the picture. I called Parker, but no answer, I did leave a message. Take care. Love, Mom
Brent and Stacy,
This is Dyanna and Brian. We just got a chance to read some of the blog. We are soooo excited for you all!!! We are praying for continued "mama" moments :)
Love ya'll!!
She's beautiful! Look forward to welcoming all 3 of you back tomorrow!
~Schwidders
wow....what a blessing it is to see you guys with this incredible baby girl....many tears and prayers have been spent over the last year or so in anticipation of your sweet little daughter....please know that Ninya and I are praying for you guys and can't wait to meet her next week when we get back in town....I was laughing when you mentioned crying when you saw her(I have three daughters, I know), but then I read the last blog and I had tears well up
we love you guys....our God is good!!!
Stacy and Brent,
She looks adorable! Very sweet to see you guys all together :) Just got a chance to read your blog site...my phone line has been out for 3 days. I will be in Sherman some of next weekend and then work issues will keep me in Austin for quite a while. We are wishing you safe travels and may prayers. We can't wait to see and hold her!
Congratulations!! :)
Much Love, Lori, Aunt Sandi, Macy and Lexi
You have a beautiful little girl.
We know how wonderful it is to adopt a child.
We have been following your trip to Guatemala and return home with a blessing. Hope to see her and Parker some day. Ken
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